University of Waterloo

In just half a century, the University of Waterloo, located at the heart of Canada’s technology hub, has become a leading comprehensive university with 35,100 full- and part-time students in undergraduate and graduate programs.

About

History

In 1957, innovation and entrepreneurship brought University of Waterloo into being, as a group of business leaders imagined a new university built to tackle some of the world’s most daunting challenges.

Education

Waterloo was built to teach people to think in new ways. That meant reaching out across disciplines and faculties, sharing resources, and sparking new directions in research. It meant working hand-in-hand with industry, letting people own their intellectual property and the success that came from commercialization.

Research

The University of Waterloo has earned its reputation as a world-leading research institution in a wide-range of fields and disciplines, at all levels of study. Built to answer the challenges of a rapidly advancing society, Waterloo is a place where ideas are innovated, tested and proven.

World-changing research is an integral part of learning and connects Waterloo to all corners of the globe. This important work has a direct impact on the way we live, work, play and learn.

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University Ranking

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

Services

Student services

Fall Orientation is Sunday, September 2 to September 8. Classes begin on Thursday, September 6.

Orientation is your official welcome to campus. During Orientation, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with peers, get to know the City of Waterloo and see the best that your faculty and UWaterloo have to offer.

As a Waterloo Warrior, you’re joining a community of current students, alumni, professors and staff at Canada’s most innovative university, and we have events and programs to help you feel right at home.

Housing services

If you think you'd enjoy being part of a small, close-knit group where the goal is to build and foster a fun and supportive community, then you may find that a college residence is the right place for you. All four college residences are smaller than Waterloo Residences, which means you'll get to know everyone quickly!Smaller communities with rooms for approximately 200-350 students each.Most spaces for first-year students are in traditional-style rooms.All four colleges have all-inclusive meal plans rather than the declining-debit WatCard dollars used by Waterloo Residences.

Library services

The campus offers four libraries:

Dana Porter Library

Davis Centre Library

Musagetes Architecture Library

Witer Learning Resource Centre

TriUniversity Group (TUG) Annex

Medical services

The Student Medical Clinic offers health care visits with both male and female doctors and nurses. You can visit us at the Health Services building across from the SLC.Make sure you bring your health card to all appointments.

Student Life

Campus life

With a guaranteed spot in residence, you'll be living in the middle of the action. Be close to your classes, labs, the gym, places to eat, the Student Life Centre, and more.Whether you're interested in food, politics, dance, business, gaming, or the environment, joining one of Waterloo's student clubs is the perfect way to find something you love and meet others who share that same passion.

Sports facilities

If you're looking for a great way to keep in shape and have fun, join a Warrior recreation program or a varsity team. It's also a great way to make new friends, get involved on campus, and simply enjoy yourself.

Waterloo has 2 main athletic facilities on campus as well as gyms and recreational spaces in some residences.

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Student Reviews

My overall experience during study is very good because there are many adventure things and enjoy a lot during study...

Great experience.

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It was a great experience.

Underwhelming

Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall, studying at the University of Waterloo, I learned what I am seeking from an institute of higher learning. Although Waterloo has professors and researchers who are leading in public health in Canada, I don't feel that what we are being taught at the undergraduate level reflects that.
The student support in the Applied Health Sciences faculty is great and there is a strong sense of com...

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